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TL;DR: Biotech startups are revolutionizing fields like medicine, life science and environmental science, but they face significant legal hurdles when seeking funding. Key legal considerations for funding biotech startups include choosing the proper corporate structure, distributing and documenting founder equity, building a solid team and IP portfolio, developing a strategic funding approach and preparing for…

Raising startup seed funding often is a challenging process for startup founders. Many startup founders, especially the “do-it-yourselfers,” will make mistakes that adversely affect their chances of securing funding or negatively impact their startup’s future. When planning how to get funding for your startup, knowing what not to do can be as important as knowing…

As you prepare to raise seed funding for your startup, you must understand the key funding structures, terms and legal issues that will likely arise at the term sheet stage and during the negotiations for the final startup funding documents. With proper knowledge and the guidance of an experienced startup attorney, you will be prepared…

Navigating startup funding requires a clear understanding of the key financing terms and legal issues, as well as important groundwork and planning for success. Engaging with experienced startup legal counsel is essential to ensure that the seed funding terms are favorable and that your startup complies with all necessary legal requirements. This preparation helps protect…

As you plan the sale of your company, the term sheet (or letter of intent) is your best chance to negotiate the most favorable financial and other important terms for your M&A transaction. Don’t Sleep on the Term Sheet When Selling Your Company You obviously want to strike the best M&A deal possible for you…